[11/09] The Fighters announced that they reached an agreement with Miyanishi on a contract for the 2019 season. Miyanishi will not exercise his option. According to at least three reports, the two sides agreed on a two-year contract worth an estimated 500 million yen (including incentives). Miyanishi told reporters during a press conference that he wanted to play for the Fighters until the end. Nippon Ham 11/9/2018, Nikkan Sports 11/9/2018, Sports Hochi 11/9/2018, Daily Sports 11/9/2018 … [11/08] Miyanishi has reportedly decided not to exercise his free agent option. An announcement is expected soon. Sponichi 11/8/2018 … The Fighters may have offered two years at around 500 million yen. Nikkan Sports 11/8/2018 … [10/16] Miyanishi has not ruled out using his international free agent option. He wants to talk to the Fighters first before making any decisions. Nikkan Sports 10/16/2018, Sanspo 10/16/2018